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About The Sunday Oregonian. (Portland, Ore.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (Dec. 25, 1904)
.ft" "" V V . I lb" THE SUNDAY OREGONIAN, PORTLAND, DECEMBER 25, 190. NDICTS NO IE Federal Grand Jury Takes a Holiday. MEETS AGAIN ON TUESDAY Dr. W. H. Davis Tells of His Connection With Land Cases. HELD SIX DISPUTED CLAIMS Senator Mitchell and Representative Hermann Will Be Allowed to Ap pear, and They Will Be In terrogated by Prosecution. The Federal grand jury met yesterday morning at 10 o'olock for a short time, but aside from the 'examination of one -witness nothing was done so far as is known. The expected indictments of Loomis and Ormsby were not returned, as it was supposed they would be, judging from the Jine of testimony that has been given during the past two days or more. At noon the jurors adjourned further consid eration of the questions before them until Tuesday mornlnff at 10 o'clock. Dr. W. H. Davis, of Albany, was the only witness of the session held yester day and he came iyjfore the jury at his own request, it betng supposed by him lhat he was about to be considered by the jury In connection with the frauds. Dr. Davis is a prominent resident of Albany and has been the Mayor of that city for several years. He has also served as chairman of the Republican County Central .Committee of Linn County for peveral terms. It has been intimated that Dr. Davis was connected with the tran sactions of the Puter-Watson deal, and it was to explain his connection that he went before the jury. Dr. Davis and His Claim. The allegation Is that Davis had taken up a claim in township 11 south of range 7 east, but that he had abandoned It, and lhat after the forest reserve was created, covering that portion of land, he proved up on his claim and secured patent to it, acting upon the advice of an attorney. The claim was hung up in the Land Of fice, however, before patent was issued to it and Dr. Davis took the question up with Commissioner Hermann, so it is said, and wrote to him asking that the claim, in company with those of other Albany people bo expedited as soon as possible. After a little further dolay, it is said, Dr. Davis wont to C. E. Loomis and hur ried up his report on the land, after which the patents were in due course of time allowed to issue. After the issuance of the patents Dr. Davis bought six of the claims in that township, and it was upon these circum stances that ho was supposed to be con nected in some way with the dealings of the conspirators. It is understood .-that Dr. Davis wished to appear before the jury in order to explain his acts, which he holds were en tirely lawful and proper. From the fact that he was allowed to give his testi mony, it is supposed that the Jury con sidered the evidence against him to he capable of explanation, and he was there fore given a chance tp explain away any doubt which might have been heretofore cast upon his acts. Mitchell and Hermann Next Week. Senator Mitchell and Representative Hermann will be allowed to appear be fore the Jury when It reconvenes on Tuesday. It Is not known at what time they will be called, whether or not their testimony will be wanted upon Tuesday or lator In the week. It is the general supposition that much of the testimony already given may have some connection with the alleged acts of Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Hermann, but how many more wit nesses will be examined "before they are summoned before the Jury Is unknown. It is the rumor that a large number of witnesses from different parts of the state will be brought to the city the first of the week by the prosecution and that their stories will have something to do with the outcome of the cases against the Congressmen. Both Senator Mitchell, and Mr. Her- SEND IT EAST. Orders for the Xevr Year's Oregonian. that will be published on January 1 next are reaching this office from all parts of the United States. It will be distinctly an Exposition number. The creat Fair that will be opened in Fortlond on June 1 next will be shown by handsome Illustrations in the Xew Tear's issue. The paper will be in ailed to any address in the United States or Canada, postage pre paid, for 10 cents a copy. Address The Orecxmian, Portland. Or. raann are waiting to learn what their connection with the cases Is alleged to be and yesterday afternoon Senator Mitchell called upon Mr. Henej- for a conference in regard to the matter. It Is not thought that the case of the Government, as it is supposed to exist, will be outlined to the gentlemen before their admission to the Jury room, and it is said to be a doubt ful matter as to whether' or not much will be told them when they are ad mitted. Both to Be Questioned. The general supposition is that the two witnesses will be questioned in regard to their connection with certain acts, al leged to have been discovered, jiot to their credit, but that unless they are able to fathom the Government's attitude and evidence from these questions no further statements win oe maoe to tnem. it is cited that It is not the general practice of prosecuting officers to show their en tire hand when dealing with the persons whom they expect to Indict. Ormsby and Loomis are supposed- to be as good as Indicted, though the expected developments did not come yesterday. It is pointed out that the testimony of Dr. Davis might have had something to do with the casefc of the two former Govern ment officials, and that their cases may in all probability be settled during the first day of the next session. Nearly all the witnesses who , brought the names of Ormsby and Loomis into the tangle during the former trial have been before the Jury and there does not Fem to be much testimony left, so far as is known, which would be liable to be needed in bringing an indictment against the former Forest Superintendent and the Special Agent Few More Indictments Expected. It is not known when the Government will -begin to produce Its evidence, which it l alleged will connect Representative V.'iUIamson with the conspiracy, up to this time it is not known that his name has been before the jury in a formal way at least From some Indications the belief is prevalent that the jury will have completed Its work and adjourned by ' January 10. If this proves true It would seem that not very many Indict ments can be returned if new evidence has to Jbe brought before the jury. Tak ing this view. It is the opinion that only those at the( head of the land frauds will be brought to the notice of the jury from this time 'on. Further belief Is given to this idea by the fact that so far only one new Indictment has been returned, that against F. P. Mays. There has been sufficient evidence presented for the con sideration of the jurors to indict more persons, but for some reason, known to the Government and the jury, such action has not been taken. It Is the general opinion, then, that only hig indictments will come from the jury room from this time on, or that if any lesser conspirators are Indicted it will he because their cases have come up, not from immediate and personally conducted examination, but as the result of the evidence introduced to Indict those at the head of the frauds. The remainder of the term will therefore be of great interest because the public will expect prominent names to be brought Into the cases by the Government. CHINESE I0TTEETMEN WARY Plain Clothes Men Try to Catch Them in Act, but Fail. In an effort to detect Chinese in the act of conducting a lottery drawing. Captain of Police Moore last night sent a detail of officers, in command of Sergeant Hogeboom, to watch a store on Second street. For two hours, the men, who Were attired In plain clothes, remained under cover of the darkness, but nothing suspicious occurred, and A $25,000,000 FAIR The "Levels and Clark Centennial Exposition that will be opened in Tort land on Jane 1 next, will not be a Pair local in its interests. Special com missioners from many of the great countries of Europe and Asia have already been appointed with plenary powers. These commissioners have been instructed br their borne sovernments to make the largest and most creditable exhibits possible at the great Fair. When these exhibits may have all been installed, the Exposition will have represented an outlay in excess of $25,000,000. The illustrations of the buildings of the Fair, of the natural beauties of the Fair Grounds, and of the artistic details of the leading Fair structures, that will be published in the 2few Tear's Oregonian will convey accurate information of the scope of the coming Exposition to thousands of people. The 2few Year's Ore gonian will be published Monday morning, January 2. It will be mailed to any address in the United States or Canada, postage prepaid, for 10 cents a copy. Address The Oregonian, Portland, Or. the squad, returned to tho central sta tion and resumed regular duty. As already published, 14 lotteries are running in Chinatown, notwithstand ing the fact that Sheriff "Word Is sup posed to be in control of the district. While he busied himself breaking down heavy doors leading into fan tan jrames and smashing tables, the wild Celestials were at work along other lines, and by the time be had reached tho Courthouse with his ex press wagonload of truck, they were preparing tickets and a complete out fit with which to run their lotteries. It has frequently been said jy old officers that the Chinese will gamble in spite of everything that may bo done to break them cf the habit. Con firmation Is nad, it is stated, in the fact that, although Sheriff Word has repeatedly raided the Chinese quar ters and broken their fantan devices. they still busy themselves playins games of chance, "ih:s time in the form of the lotteries. Never has it been so difficult to catch the Chinese at their lottery games. Only eight men know when the draw ings are to he made, and they alone where they will occur. Each man Ja pledged to the utmost secrecy, so tnat there is no chance of one of them "tip ping" the secret to the authorities. Captain Mooro has been busy for several days in an effort to entrap some of the lottery agents, but because of the great difficulty experienced in detecting them, has thus far failed. COLLEGE SINGERS HOME. Tour Ends of University of Oregon Glee Club. After a tour through Eastern and Western Oregon, the Glee and Mando lin Clubs of the University of Oregon passed through this city last night on their way to Eugene, and It was stated that the tour had been a pleasant, financial success. All are agreed that it was an artistic one. Wherever tho college boys sang on their tourney they were well received and made to feel that they were welcome. Since the organization of the club, in 1898, Professor Irving M. Glen, of the State University, has been in charge of the singers. As. a director. Pro fessor Glen has scarcely an equal on the Pacific Coast, and his labors with the college boys are largely what has made such an excellent name for the University of Oregon Glee Club. The latter this year carried a mandolin club of six pieces, whose music made a hit. A Portland boy, Robert C Roun tree, was the reader and one of the soloists of the 1904 organization. He appeared to fine advantage In his monologues. E. R. Abbett pleased In the baritone solo work. There is talk of another short trip over a portion of the state before long, and also of an other home concert at Eugene after the holidays. FUEHISH AID FOR THE NEEDY University Park M. E. Sunday School Receives Donations Tonight. The Sunday school of the University Park Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev D. A. Waters, D. D., pastor, will give an entertainment this evening in the church, the principal feature of which will be a donation for the worthy poor. Instead of the usual Christmas tree there will be a huge stocking to receive the donations. These may consist of flour, sugar potatoes, rice or articles of wear. If anything Is desired to be sent to some particular person or Institution a label should be attached. The superintendent has issued a call for contributions to this cause: "Friends, you who are favored with reasonable health and plenty, remember God's words. The poor ye always have with you,' also, It Is more blessed to give than to receive.' Do you believe this? Look about you. Do you realize the lat ter. Try It again In .your liberal way." WINDOW CARD AND SIGN WRITING for three months, $3. Winter term begins Holiday Beach Rates. For the holidays the O. R." & N. makes the very low rate of $4.00 for round trip to beach points. Dates of sale, December 23 and 30. Final limit. January 3. Par ticulars of C. W. Stinger, Cits Ticket Agent, Third and Washington streets. CARD OP T1IAXKS. We wish to thank the friends and "so cletles for kindness at the funeral of our brother. EL vlcKers; especially Masons and Marine Engineers; also Ladles Auxiliary, rio. 4, M. E. B.' A. MR. A&D MRS. NOONING. LOSES FIRST SUIT Justice of Peace Reid Holds . Against Sheriff. THE RAID WAS NOT LEGAL Victory for Portland Club Proprietors in Forcible Entry and Detainer Suit Appeal at Once Taken by Sheriff's Force. Chief Deputy Sheriff Jlorden testified on the witness stand, in Justice of the Peace "William Reld's Court, yesterday morning that when he and his assistants raided the Portland Club and took pos session of the premises they found no signs of gambling, and that they did not know of any when they went there. Tho reason assigned by him for his actions was that he "had orders from tho Sheriff." Justice Reid, after listening to the tes timony, lost no time in granting the prayer of "Mike" Solomon and Peter Grant, who had brought suit in forclblo entry and detainer to regain possession of the premises at 291 Alder street and 130 Fifth street. The Sheriff's forces Immediately ap pealed the case to the Circuit Court, filing bonds in twice the sum of rental spec! fled by plaintiffs. Tho saloon and entire house is still locked up and in charge of Deputy Sheriff Wise, who has orders to shoot to kill any and all persons who may attempt to enter without tho consent of Sheriff Word. Justice Reld's remarks were very point ed. He Intimated strongly the belief that Sheriff Word and his deputies acted in a high-handed manner when they swooped down upon the premises and drove out the occupants, seized the place and put a deputy In charge with a, shotgun. "I cannot find one single thing in the statutes," said Justice Reid, "that justl fles the actions of the Sheriff In this case. and I therefore find in favor of tho plain tiffs. Before arrests were made, war rants should have been issued and the cases thus be brought to trial." Justice Reld's decision is regarded as a big victory for the gamblers. Much In terest attaches to the outcome of tho cases in the upper court. CHRISTMAS AT THE CITY TTAT.T. Mayor Receives a Handsome Gift From Counciimen. The atmosphere -around the City Hall yesterday was heavy with the sweet fra grance of yuletide greens. Many ex changes of presents were made, much to PORTLAND, OREGON. Portland is perhaps the most attrac tive city of the continent. The Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition will be formally opened to the public in Portland on June 1 next. This Fair with its exhibits will represent an actual outlay in excess of $25,000,000. The New Year's number for 1005 vrlll be published on January 2 next. It will be a special Exposition number. The paper will be mailed to any ad dress in the United States or Canada, postage prepaid, for 10 cents a copy. Address The Oregonian, Portland, Or. the pleasure and gratification of the re ciplents. Wholly unexpected was the presenta tion to Mayor Williams by the Council members of a most remarkable and beau tiful copper urn. It is of Ingenious Japan ese workmanship, extremely large and highly decorated. His Honor was quite overcome by this agreeable surprise. Tho presentation was made by Councilman Zimmerman, who, in behalf of his fellows, spoke a few words, to which Mayor Will iams responded briefly. Santa Claus meandered around the Aud itor's office yesterday and, though unper- OUR BEST WISHES ALL FOR TO A MERRY CHRISTMAS A PROSPEROUS YEAR Has crowned our efforts to please and give the best values for the i prices asked. WE ARE GRATEFUL to you for your patronage. If you have not been trading with us we invite you to try and we promise that you wiK be pleased. OUR CLEAN-UP SALE 1 BEGINS TUESDAY MORNING Every article reduced as never before. The thrifty buyer will seek this sale. A sample of val ues: $15 HAIR MATTRESSES REDUCED TO $9 130 SIXTH ST. Opposite The Oregonian. FAKERS IN TOWN :orerunners qfithe Cinilng. Ex position Hit the City. People Should Take Warning and Pat ronize Reliable and Established . Jnttltutlonsj " ' TinHnc tbft romlnir Lewis and Clark Exposition many traveling spectaclc-vendJv era will visit Portland to jocaxe tempo? rarily until the Fair Is over. Some of these fakers, are already in tne city dis tributing their booklets and pnotoarapns broadcast over the city. Only yesterday a poor, pathetic little old woman, who looked like a wisp of last year's hay, and made a. miseraoie living by sewing, called on a well-known concern for advice in regard to ner eyes. She sat in their office and wept with dis appointment while she told how she had paid $25 but a few days before to one of these fakers for a pair of glasses sue was unable to see with. 1 will not tell you this optician's name," said she, "But I saw his photo graph and advertisement several times. and thought I would give him a trial and see if he could help my eyes. He said he was an Eastern specialist and .was equipped with all the latest instruments for fitting glasses. After testing my eyes he said that my left eye had completely 'dried up.' and that I was surely going blind. The fearful way In which he ex plained my case to the 'head doctor frightened me. and I paid him $25 for a pair of glasses I could have bought any where else for $5.50." It Is not bo wondored at that these quacks should go to small, out-of-the-way towns, and reap a rich harvest in a few weeks, but when a concern following faker's methods can exist for several months in a big city, It looks very much as If there were a large number of people who prefer to be swindled. Of course. these spectacle-venders i will "guarantee"' their ,glasses to be the best that's made, but after they have gone, of what value is the guarantee? Where will you find the man who is to- make It. good? He has departed with your money, leaving you a pair of cheap ready-made glasses and & supply of .valuable experience. But don't give him the chance. Consult a concern of established reputation that you know Is here to stay. Among tho many reliable and permanent institutions in the city is the Oregon Optical Company, lo cated at 173 Fourth street. In the T. M. C. A. building. This Institution has tho largest practice in the Northwest, and all transactions are guaranteed. Mr. R. A. Thompson, who 'personally examines ev ery case, has had over 17 years' experi ence in fitting glasses, and you may de pend upon" an honest opinion every time. celved, his visit was the occasion for many glad hearts and happiness. As a token of esteem the Auditor's office force presented Mr. Devlin with a very handsome umbrella. The handle Is of pure ivory, artistically worked to rep resent aged wood. Upon a solid gold cap and band aro engraved "1S04" and the Auditor's name, Thomas C. Devlin. The presentation was most astonishing. Tho spokesman for the entire forco did not arise to the occasion. , Words failed him completely. He ducked into Mr. Devlin's office, dropped the package and ducked out. It was some time afterward before tho Auditor knew the nature of the pres ent. Mr. Devlin also reclved a box of "smokes" from his honor and a very beautiful protograph album from his friend W. S. Smith. Tho album contains a number of views of TJp-Columbia scen ery and spveral flower studies. Mr. Smith calls himself an amateur, hut his work shows the skill of a professional. Fire Chief Campbell received a pretty calendar from the Chief of tho Silverton Volunteer Fire Department, on which was a picture of Portlands flreboat. Iseed less to say. Chief Campbell was much pleased with the unexpected gift coming from the little Oregon city. The force of clerks In the City Hall was Selz Royal Blue Shoes are money's-worth - Every time you buy a pair of Selz Royal Blue shoes you get your money's worth; they're better than they cost, $3,50 and $4. The important thing about Selz shoes is that the name is like the Sterling mark on silver, it always means ,"good shoe." You may be sure of it; we are. Get Selz-Royal Blue $3,50 and $4. LION CLOTHING CO. Outfitters to Men and Boys R - B Sh 1 66-1 68 Third St. Mohawk BIdg. y "DIDN'T HURT A BIT" IS WHAT THEY SAY BY OUR METHOD We are enabled to extract from one to 32 teeth at one sitting, positively and absolutely with out pain or bad after effects. People In delicate health need have no fear, as our method of extracting Is positively safe and absolutely painless. Absolute Cleanliness Is our motto. We do crows and bridge work without pain. Our 17 years ex perience In plate work enables us to fit your mouth comfort ably. The best Is the cheapest In the end. We hav feelings DR. T. P. WISE. as well as you. VVISt BROS., DENTISTS 20S-213 FAILING BLDG. Open evenings till 0. Sundays from 6 to 12. Corner THIRD AND WASHINGTON STS. Phone Main 2020. ft" if . - 1 . v. kept busy nearly all day signing mes sengers' receipt books, or replying to Chritmag .greetings over the telephone. The Slagen Viking Ship. Athcncum. According to Professor Montelius, the Viking ship unearthed at Slagen, in KorwaS, is a pleasure yacht of the pe riod, having sevoral marked charac teristics which distinguish it from the Uokstad ship. The shutters closing the oar holes and the shields along the gunwale are absent,' proving that the HAVE THE DR. W A. WISE. 0 OUR ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE BEGINS TUESDAY MORNING' MARKED REDUCTIONS IN EVERY DEPARTMENT STORE CLOSED ALL DAY MONDAY MOYER CLOTHING CO. THIRD AND OAK- STREETS .4,: - S"- - f' . -'-. , .;,; -,; .w.'w. v.V ship was not intended for warfare or long cruises. It is very low amidships. Several costly carved objects were also cound, such as sledges, Jn which even the coachman's footboard is decorated with a handsome carved design and nu merous small figures of men and ani TAKE NOTICE ! Dr. B. E. Wright, the Painless Dentist, will give away the $900 Automobile on Thursday evening, Dec. 29, at the Lyric Theater, corner 7th and Alder streets, at 7:30 o'clock, P. M. Be sure dnd be present with your coupons, as it will pos itively be given to some coupon-holder in the house. Come now to have dental work done and get coupons. DR. B. E. Wright's Dental Office 342J Washington Street, corner 7th WRITE FOR PRICES I Portland j Electric Gompanvi SEVENTH AND Portland i mals. One objeCrc was part of a walk ing stick, the handle of which was carved as a dog's head In fine, almost modern style. Gangways to ships were also found, and oars handsomely orna mented, and so well preserved as to warrant the use of them today. eeo0oeee THE LUXURY OF MODERN LIVING FINDS FULLEST EXPRESSION I N THE USE OF ELECTRIC HEAT ING DEVICES, AND ESPECIALLY WITH iron: General ALDER STREETS t)re son i I A